Hull City vs Sheffield Wednesday Result
Championship · England
Hull City
Full Time
Sheffield Wednesday
📍 MKM Stadium, Hull
🗓️ Saturday, 21 Mar 2026 at 15:00
💪 AI Prediction Report
DECENT HITPredicted
2 - 0
Actual
3 - 1
💰 Bet Results1/2 hit
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Hull City Roar Back to Down Sheffield Wednesday 3-1 at MKM Stadium
Hull City produced a stirring comeback at the MKM Stadium, overturning an early deficit to defeat Sheffield Wednesday 3-1 in a lively Championship encounter. The visitors struck first through Jaden Heskey in the 23rd minute, but Hull responded immediately, with Oliver McBurnie leveling just a minute later. Goals from Liam Millar on the stroke of halftime and Joe Gelhardt early in the second half sealed a deserved victory for the Tigers. Both sides enjoyed spells of possession—Hull edging it with 51%—but it was the home team’s clinical finishing and control in midfield that proved decisive. Sheffield Wednesday, despite a promising start and some dangerous moments, were unable to recover after falling behind, and Hull’s disciplined defending saw them through to a valuable three points.
Hull City
Hull City showed impressive resilience after conceding first, responding instantly and then taking control of the match. The midfield pairing of Regan Slater and Matt Crooks provided stability, while the attacking trio behind McBurnie offered both creativity and goal threat. With 8 shots (5 on target), Hull were efficient in front of goal, and their 51% possession allowed them to dictate the tempo for much of the contest.
Key Players
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Sheffield Wednesday
Sheffield Wednesday began brightly, taking the lead through Jaden Heskey and matching Hull in terms of shots and corners. However, their inability to hold onto the lead and a lack of cutting edge after falling behind cost them dearly. Despite 49% possession and 7 shots (3 on target), the Owls struggled to create clear chances in the second half, and their defensive frailties were exposed by Hull’s incisive attacks.
Key Players
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Key Moments
23' — Goal
Jaden Heskey puts Sheffield Wednesday ahead against the run of play.
24' — Goal
Oliver McBurnie equalizes immediately for Hull City, shifting momentum.
45' — Goal
Liam Millar scores just before halftime to give Hull a 2-1 lead.
58' — Goal
Joe Gelhardt extends Hull's advantage with a clinical finish.
Various' — Yellow Cards
Hull City pick up three yellow cards as the game grows more physical.
Tactical Analysis
Hull City lined up in a 4-2-3-1, using the double pivot of Slater and Crooks to shield the defense and recycle possession. Their wide players, particularly Liam Millar, stretched Sheffield Wednesday’s back three, creating space for McBurnie and Gelhardt to exploit. The Tigers pressed aggressively after conceding, forcing turnovers and quickly transitioning into attack. Sheffield Wednesday’s 3-4-1-2 formation initially caused problems, with wing-backs pushing high and Heskey finding pockets of space. However, once Hull adjusted and began to dominate midfield, Wednesday’s shape left them vulnerable on the flanks and unable to regain control. Substitutions did little to alter the pattern, as Hull’s disciplined shape and energy saw them through.
Turning Point
Millar’s goal on the stroke of halftime, which gave Hull City the lead and shifted the game’s momentum decisively.
Man of the Match
Liam Millar
Scored the vital go-ahead goal and was a constant threat down the left flank.